HEARING ASSESSMENT AT HOME IN BRUSSELS AND THE SURROUNDING AREA
A hearing assessment at home for your parent
Is your parent hearing less well, while travelling is becoming more difficult or appointments are regularly postponed?
An Audio Clinic audiologist comes to the home with the necessary equipment to examine the ear canal and the visible part of the eardrum, assess hearing and clearly explain the next steps.
First hearing assessment at home free of charge within the service area, with no obligation to purchase.
Qualified audiologist since 2011
· Independent hearing centre
· Multiple leading brands
· Two centres in Stockel and Kraainem
When travelling to a hearing centre becomes difficult
A home visit may be suitable when your parent:
- has difficulty travelling;
- no longer drives;
- gets tired quickly;
- lives alone;
- regularly postpones appointments;
- prefers to be accompanied by a relative;
- hears less well during conversations, while watching television or on the phone.
Not sure yet whether hearing aids are needed?
That is precisely the purpose of the first assessment: to understand the situation and determine the next step, with no obligation to purchase.
How does the first hearing assessment at home work?
Understanding the difficulties
The audiologist speaks with the person and, if they wish, with a relative in order to understand the situations in which they hear less well and the impact this has on their daily life.
Examining the ears and assessing hearing
The audiologist examines the ear canal and the visible part of the eardrum, then carries out a hearing assessment using portable equipment.
Please provide as quiet a room as possible so that the test can be carried out under suitable conditions.
If a build-up of earwax or an apparent abnormality is observed, the person is referred to an ENT specialist.
Explaining the results and next steps
At the end of the assessment, the audiologist clearly explains:
- what the results show;
- whether an ENT consultation is needed;
- whether hearing aids may be considered;
- the next medical and administrative steps;
- the possible reimbursement options, subject to the applicable conditions.
No purchase is requested during the first assessment.
If hearing aids are being considered
When the results and the person’s situation indicate that hearing aids may be appropriate, the audiologist presents solutions that could meet their needs.
The choice takes into account:
- their hearing;
- the shape of their ears;
- how easily they can handle the devices;
- their phone;
- their habits;
- the situations in which they would like to hear better;
- their budget.
Audio Clinic is an independent hearing centre and works with several leading brands.
This makes it possible to compare different solutions based on the needs identified, without being limited to a single brand.
Prices, trial conditions and follow-up arrangements are explained before any decision is made.
The trial period
If the person wishes to continue, the selected hearing aids are ordered.
A second appointment is then arranged to:
- fit the hearing aids;
- carry out the initial adjustments;
- explain how to use them;
- begin a one-month trial period.
During the trial, the settings can be adjusted based on the patient’s feedback and the checks carried out.
The final decision is made after the hearing aids have been tried in everyday life.
Why choose Audio Clinic?
An experienced team, dedicated to your hearing
Your care does not depend on one person alone. The audiologists at Audio Clinic follow a shared, rigorous and personalised approach, both in our centres and during home visits.
An independent, multi-brand hearing centre
We work with several leading brands so that we can compare different solutions based on your hearing, your needs and your daily life, without being limited to a single brand.
Settings verified through precise measurements
Whenever possible and appropriate, we use real-ear measurements to measure the sound level delivered in the ear and check that it matches the fitting targets.
These measurements complement the patient’s feedback and allow the hearing aids to be adjusted more precisely.
Trusted by hundreds of patients
Since Audio Clinic was founded, hundreds of people have entrusted us with their hearing. This trust and the many recommendations we have received have made Audio Clinic the most recommended hearing centre in Brussels and the surrounding area.
Two physical centres for ongoing support
After the home visit, follow-up appointments can also take place at our centres in Stockel and Kraainem: checks, adjustments, maintenance and long-term support.
Your relatives are welcome
With the patient’s consent, a partner, child or caregiver may attend appointments, ask questions and take part in the discussions.
Conditions explained before any decision
The first hearing assessment at home is free of charge within the service area, after confirmation of the municipality and the situation.
It does not commit you to purchasing hearing aids.
If hearing aids are being considered, we explain the following before any commitment:
- the proposed solutions;
- the price of the hearing aids and accessories;
- any reimbursement that may apply;
- the conditions of the trial period;
- the follow-up included;
- any costs related to future home visits.
You remain free to continue or not.
Service area
The service is available in Brussels and in municipalities near Stockel and Kraainem.
We confirm the municipality before the appointment is scheduled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. The first assessment is free of charge within the service area, after we have confirmed the municipality and the situation during our conversation.
It does not commit you to purchasing hearing aids.
Not necessarily.
Part of the assessment and support can be provided at home. Depending on the situation, an ENT consultation, an additional examination or a visit to one of our centres may be required.
We clearly explain each step before you proceed.
Not to contact us and arrange an initial conversation.
However, an ENT consultation or prescription may be required for certain stages of the process and to qualify for possible reimbursement.
Yes, with their consent.
Having a relative present can help clarify the difficulties experienced, ask questions and organise the next steps in the process.
We explain this clearly.
Depending on the results, we may recommend an ENT consultation, a further examination, monitoring the hearing, or no immediate action.
The service is available in Brussels and in municipalities near Stockel and Kraainem.
The exact service area is confirmed once we receive the municipality or postcode.
The audiologist examines the ear canal and the visible part of the eardrum, carries out a middle-ear check and measures hearing using a portable audiometer.
The test can determine, among other things, the softest sounds perceived by each ear.
To ensure that the measurement can be carried out under suitable conditions, please provide as quiet a room as possible.
If a build-up of earwax or an apparent abnormality is observed, an ENT consultation is recommended before proceeding.
Message us on WhatsApp or call us. We will check with you whether a home visit is possible in your municipality and explain the next steps.
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